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FIELD TRIPS

Inspire excitement for lifelong learning for your students at the Witte Museum! Field trips to the Witte Museum provide transformative and relevant experiences to your students in Texas History and Pre-History, Health & Wellness, STEM and Environmental Science. We offer self-guided field trips with and without special programming. All Witte programs are TEKS-aligned, inquiry-based and hands-on. We also offer special programming for home school groups.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, STEM, Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Food Options: Bring Your Own, Lunch Options Program, Snack, Place for Picnicking; Café on site with food for purchase Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

OUTREACH PROGRAM

We always want your first choice to be to come visit the Witte Museum, but we understand it is not always possible. In that situation, the Witte can come to you!
Our Programs Team can present to one class, one grade level or an entire school!
If this sounds good, please email us at [email protected] with your choice of program, the number of students, and your desired date. Programs must be booked at least 30 days in advance.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, STEM, Texas History, and Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

VIRTUAL

Looking for new opportunities for you and your students? The Witte Museum offers Live Distance Learning programs to learn about nature, science and culture directly in your classroom! All programs are presented live with a Witte Museum educator and will use a secure Zoom connection. Programs offered include STEM, Environmental Science, Texas Pre-History and our Gallery Theater presentations.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, STEM, Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Painting the Pecos, Texas Rocks!, Creature Features, Connecting to Collections, Wild Habitats, Art for History’s Sake, Muscle Mechanics, Eco-Challenge, Nature’s Network, Environmental Ethics plus Gallery Theater programs.

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

ABOUT

Witte Museum

The Witte Museum, San Antonio’s premiere museum of Texas history, culture and natural science, inspires people to shape the future of Texas through relevant and transformative experiences in nature, science and culture. As San Antonio’s most-visited museum, the Witte reaches a diverse audience of hundreds of thousands from within Bexar County and beyond. The museum offers field trips, camps and programs for young learners.

contact info

Hrs: Sun. 12pm–5pm, Mon. 10am–5pm, Tues. 10am–6pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am – 5pm.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

FIELD TRIPS

Inspire excitement for lifelong learning for your scouts at the Witte Museum! Field trips to the Witte Museum provide transformative and relevant experiences to your scouts in Texas History and Pre-History, Health & Wellness, STEM and Environmental Science. We offer self-guided field trips with and without special programming. All Witte programs are TEKS-aligned, inquiry-based and hands-on.

supports scout badges in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, STEM, Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Creature Features, Creatures of the Cretaceous, Environmental Ethics, Finding Fossils, Food is Fuel, Hands-on Archeology, Put Your Heart Into It!, Reactions in Action, Solids, Liquids & Gases, Texas History Experience, Texas Rocks!, Tracking Math, Tortillas: A San Antonio Story, What’s Hot, What’s Not, Wild Habitats

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Cost: Fee Accessible To: Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

We always want your first choice to be to come visit the Witte Museum, but we understand it is not always possible. In that situation, the Witte can come to you!

Our Programs Team can present to one scout troop, several troop groups or an entire scout council! If this sounds good, please email us at [email protected] with your choice of program, the number of scouts, and your desired date. Programs must be booked at least 30 days in advance.

supports scout badges in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, and Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

VIRTUAL

Looking for new opportunities for you and your scouts? The Witte Museum offers Live Distance Learning programs to learn about nature, science and culture directly in your scout troop! All programs are presented live with a Witte Museum educator and will use a secure Zoom connection. Programs offered include STEM, Environmental Science, Texas Pre-History and our Gallery Theater presentations.

supports scout badges in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, and Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

ABOUT

Witte Museum

The Witte Museum, San Antonio’s premiere museum of Texas history, culture and natural science, inspires people to shape the future of Texas through relevant and transformative experiences in nature, science and culture. As San Antonio’s most-visited museum, the Witte reaches a diverse audience of hundreds of thousands from within Bexar County and beyond. The museum offers field trips, camps and programs for young learners.

contact info

Hrs: Sun. 12pm–5pm, Mon. 10am–5pm, Tues. 10am–6pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am – 5pm.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

FIELD TRIPS

Inspire excitement for lifelong learning for your campers at the Witte Museum! Field trips to the Witte Museum provide transformative and relevant experiences to your campers in Texas History and Pre-History, Health & Wellness, STEM and Environmental Science. We offer self-guided field trips with and without special programming.

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Food Options: Bring Your Own, Lunch Options Program, Snack, Place for Picnicking; Café on site with food for purchase Cost: Fee

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

We always want your first choice to be to come visit the Witte Museum, but we understand it is not always possible. In that situation, the Witte can come to you!

Our Programs Team can present to one division, or for your entire camp!
If this sounds good, please email us at [email protected] with your choice of program, the number of students, and your desired date. Programs must be booked at least 30 days in advance.

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS

Looking for new opportunities for you and your campers? The Witte Museum offers Live Distance Learning programs to learn about nature, science and culture directly to your camp! All programs are presented live with a Witte Museum educator and will use a secure Zoom connection. Programs offered include STEM, Environmental Science, Texas Pre-History and our Gallery Theater presentations.

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone, Website Cost: Fee, Free, Title I

ABOUT

Witte Museum

The Witte Museum, San Antonio’s premiere museum of Texas history, culture and natural science, inspires people to shape the future of Texas through relevant and transformative experiences in nature, science and culture. As San Antonio’s most-visited museum, the Witte reaches a diverse audience of hundreds of thousands from within Bexar County and beyond. The museum offers field trips, camps and programs for young learners.

contact info

Hrs: Sun. 12pm–5pm, Mon. 10am–5pm, Tues. 10am–6pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am – 5pm.

FIELD TRIPS

Our programs are designed to accommodate all different types of learning groups. Sign up your home school group anytime or watch the Calendar of Events for special Home School Days scheduled throughout the year.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, and Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Food Options: Bring Your Own, Lunch Options Program, Snack, Place for Picnicking; Café on site with food for purchase Cost: Fee

OUTREACH

We always want your first choice to be to come visit the Witte Museum, but we understand it is not always possible. In that situation, the Witte can come to you! Our Programs Team can present to one class, one grade level or an entire school! If this sounds good, please email us at [email protected] with your choice of program, the number of students, and your desired date. Programs must be booked at least 30 days in advance.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, and Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Animal adaptations, Texas eco-regions, ecosystems, land stewardship, healthy eating, body systems, math, chemistry, physics, archeology, paleontology, geology, Texas history

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Cost: Fee

VIRTUAL

Looking for new opportunities for you and your students? The Witte Museum offers Live Distance Learning programs to learn about nature, science and culture directly in your classroom! All programs are presented live with a Witte Museum educator and will use a secure Zoom connection. Programs offered include STEM, Environmental Science, Texas Pre-History and our Gallery Theater presentations.

supports classroom learning in:
Health & Wellness, Environmental Science, Texas History, STEM, Texas Pre-History

topics covered:
Painting the Pecos, Texas Rocks!, Creature Features, Connecting to Collections, Wild Habitats, Art for History’s Sake, Muscle Mechanics, Eco-Challenge, Nature’s Network, Environmental Ethics plus Gallery Theater programs.

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Online, Phone Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Witte Museum

The Witte Museum, San Antonio’s premiere museum of Texas history, culture and natural science, inspires people to shape the future of Texas through relevant and transformative experiences in nature, science and culture. As San Antonio’s most-visited museum, the Witte reaches a diverse audience of hundreds of thousands from within Bexar County and beyond. The museum offers field trips, camps and programs for young learners.

contact info

Hrs: Sun. 12pm–5pm, Mon. 10am–5pm, Tues. 10am–6pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am – 5pm.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

FAMILY OUTINGS

Special Family Programs are offered throughout the year. We offer STEAM Sunday programs once a month – fun & educational for the whole family. We have camps scheduled throughout the year, including Spring Break, Winter Break, and Summer! Family Days are scheduled at various times throughout the year to connect you with our powerful community partners. Check our website and Calendar of Events for upcoming opportunities.

topics covered:
STEM, Environmental Science, Health & Wellness, and Texas History and Pre-History

contact info
Phone: 210-357-1900
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Registration: Online, Phone Food Options: Bring Your Own, Snack, Place for Picnicking; Café on site with food for purchase Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Witte Museum

The Witte Museum, San Antonio’s premiere museum of Texas history, culture and natural science, inspires people to shape the future of Texas through relevant and transformative experiences in nature, science and culture. As San Antonio’s most-visited museum, the Witte reaches a diverse audience of hundreds of thousands from within Bexar County and beyond. The museum offers field trips, camps and programs for young learners.

contact info

Hrs: Sun. 12pm–5pm, Mon. 10am–5pm, Tues. 10am–6pm, Wed.–Sat. 10am – 5pm.